Lifestyle

Creating a life map involves a close review of personal finances and an assessment of other building blocks. Lifestyle matters look at how to balance work and leisure, how to make smart choices for the future, and many other items in an effort to help an individual “enjoy the journey.”

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Coaches

Coaches

Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.

Avoiding Cognitive Decline

Avoiding Cognitive Decline

Try these activities to keep your brain sharp.

Acres of Diamonds

Acres of Diamonds

In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.

Early Lessons for Raising Financially Confident Kids

Simple, everyday strategies to help kids develop healthy money habits and financial confidence over time.

How Boomers and Millennials Differ

The YOLO Economy is a focus on experiences over material possessions, prompting Boomers to consider a similar mindset.

5 Steps Toward Successful Business Exit Planning

An effective succession plan takes years to prepare and implement. Start planning your exit today with these five key steps.

The Financial Literacy Crisis

Many Americans are operating their personal finances with only the barest minimum of knowledge.

To Catch a Thief

Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.

6 Smart Money Habits for Building Long-Term Wealth

Discover practical habits to help you save more, spend wisely, and build lasting wealth for the future.

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Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

Compare the true costs of buying versus leasing a vehicle to find the better fit for you.

Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the long-term financial outcomes of renting versus buying a home.

What's Your MPG?

Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Estimate how much home may fit within your budget based on income and expenses.

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Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot

Here are 3 quick tips to keep in mind when buying or leasing your next vehicle.

To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

The Richest Man in Babylon

In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.

Forecast

This short video helps explain why markets can be as unpredictable as the weather.

What to Do When You Lose Your Wallet

Ever lost your wallet? Frustrating. Here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

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